Boy injured in reported explosion in Tuolumne County, deputies investigate
SONORA – A minor was rushed to the hospital on Saturday after he suffered injuries in a reported explosion in Tuolumne County, the sheriff's office said.
Around 11:45 a.m., deputies responded to Peaceful Valley Road in Sonora for reports that a boy was injured in an explosion.
This is where they found materials consistent with manufacturing explosive devices.
The Calaveras/San Joaquin County Bomb Squad responded to the scene. In a Facebook post at about 8:30 p.m. Saturday, deputies said detectives were still on scene investigating.
The extent of the boy's injuries is not known, however, he was flown to a medical facility to receive treatment.
Deputies said there is no threat to the public and the investigation is ongoing.
